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In simplest terms it is a power reserve. It stores power and releases it very quickly when your amplifier needs it, such as to deal with a large/sudden amount of bass.

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Does a 2 farad capacitor cause surging and lights to flicker?

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Wiring 1 farad capacitor?

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Will the capacitor stop car lights from dimming while amp is in use?

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Can you run 4 gauge from your B to Capacitor then 8 gauge from the cap to the amp?

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